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    Deli Nerds

    4.2 (114 reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Jennifer H.

    OVERALL : I was looking into OC restaurant week spots when I discovered that Deli Nerds offers a $5 breakfast burrito option! It looks like they always have this deal as part of their normal weekly specials, but the deal hours were extended for restaurant week. Food didn't take long to come out. Good spot to pick up a casual breakfast. Although I ordered for takeout, it was nice to see that they had seating in case I revisit next time :) PARKING : Parking lot, easy to find FOOD/DRINKS : Breakfast Burrito - flour tortilla, hash browns, cheddar, egg, choice of protein, and hot sauce The burrito was a good size for $5 -- def not the biggest burrito I've had nor the most decadent, but solid for the price and quality of food! I liked that you could choose the protein as well. I enjoyed the bacon more than the sausage. It had more of a salty pop compared to the sausage which was a lot more muted. Hot sauce def brings lots more flavor to the meal -- don't skip it!

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    Lucas B.

    Stopped here after a Saturday round of golf- they have great bottled and canned beer / N/A options. We learned all sandwiches come in slider form, so I recommend ordering 3 if you're hungry. Good sauce on the smash burger sliders, fun wall decor, large patio. I'm taking note of the $5 breakfast burrito promo! Staff was kind and helpful explaining the menu.

    Erik C.

    Solid spot for good food, patio ambiance, and live music! I've been here three times for dinner and have tried about 8 different sliders so far. Each time I've gone for their 3 slider combo. My favorites so far are the banh mi and the cubano. From what I've had, the food is delish without feeling overly heavy. They had good evening patio ambiance with their lights and flame tower heaters. And, I happened to catch live ukulele music on a Friday night! As a fellow ukulele player, it's pretty rare to hear live ukulele music over dinner, so that was really cool! Music was chill and catchy. The food + vibes is great for friendly conversation or a casual date night. Cool staff too. Shoutout to Tina and Kyle for the friendly service. Overall, a solid spot with good food, a welcoming atmosphere, and an easygoing vibe!

    Bonnie S.

    say YES to the NERDS!!! Yes to Deli Nerds in Costa Mesa, CA! This deli menu is filled with soo many favorites and new discoveries that you wanna taste for your next visit! The manager Hannah was like you gotta try the Banh Mi Pork Slider and lowkey, doubtful but with the first bite, WOW! The smash slides were awesome along with their signature French Dip slider. Their salads were huge and fresh along with their bowls and wraps but what's really impressive is their protein selection! It's packed with premium quality meats like grilled salmon, marinated chicken breast, sirloin steak, shrimp and so much more! It's healthy eating that doesn't taste like cardboard.

    Brooke B.

    Have been looking forward to trying this place, because they are seed oil free. Was not impressed at all with the food. Ordered the Baja bowl, the steak was so well done it was not edible. There was also really nothing to the bowl it was mainly rice. We also ordered chicken skewers which were charred black and so dry we had to throw them out. Will not be back, complete waste of money and will have to get dinner elsewhere In response to the owner it seems she is unapologetic for serving food that is not edible. I would think if the food staff cannot get our first two meals right not sure how they could get a third meal right.

    Camille T.

    I like this place - really good deals, good seating/ambiance, and the food is good! The plaza is large as well so there's a decent amount of parking

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    Stu M.

    Got two surprise burritos for $7 off app. They had potato's and sausage Couldn't really make out anything else inside the burritos. They were cold since it was 6pm when I picked them up and most likely made this morning. Brought home and heated up, For $3.50 each, they were okay at best. Weighed in at 10.9 oz. would be disappointed if I would have paid $9 each. Nice people. I wish I could have gave them a better rating.

    bacon breakfast burrito

    If false advertisement was in the dictionary, this place would be it. I have been seeing $5 breakfast burritos all over my FYP, so I came in on Sat to get one. First off, they are only $5 on Mon- Fri from 8-9am. Regular price $9 and if you want any protein, an extra $5. I went ahead and paid full price because I was already bamboozled. This burrito was not worth $15 and was honestly the most mid tasting burrito I've had. The salsa had close to no flavor as well. Would not be back for this.

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    McKenna H.

    Came here today. It was a typical Sunday afternoon for lunch but these sliders are delicious. The employees were quick and friendly here. This might be my go to next I come here and the outdoor patio is great

    Mediterranean Chicken Bowl & Smash Burger Sliders
    Thu L.

    Really enjoyed this place! Everything we ordered was delicious and clearly made with care. The service was amazing, very friendly and attentive, and the atmosphere was comfortable and inviting. Perfect spot for a casual meal or catching up with friends.

    Boys eating burgers

    Me and my boys had the slider smash burgers, and they ate them with no complaints! It says a lot for two piggy eaters. Also looks like they have great weekly deals! Will be coming back for mimosas on the weekend!

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    Breakfast burritos were great. I love the vibes, service and the menu looks delicious. Will definitely try their sliders next.

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    Thank you so much Camille!! We love a glowing review.

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    Thank you so much Debbie!!

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    They have to cutest spot ever! They have super cool events all the time. I love this restaurant so much

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    Board & Brew

    Board & Brew

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    I consider myself above average in the field of sandwich expertise. I work in the field as a…read moreRegional Manager, I enjoy sandwiches still and I try out different spots often to see what the "competition" is like. Board and Brew is definitely top notch! I was deciding on where to snag lunch on my way to another store doing my rounds and I really wanted a sandwich. I decided to get the Turkado, some dirty Maui chips and drink. The total came to $17 and some change, not bad about the avg for the area and any lunch. The service was great, the woman who helped me was nice, and efficient, she helped me select what chips to get. Not much bantering but I do enough of that at work, so all good here. The store was clean, nice vibe, music. My order was ready in the time it took me to fill my soda cup and sit down to scroll 1 scroll thru outlook emails. Maybe 5-7 mins the woman who gave me my order asked if I wanted some secret sauce on the side, and put it in the bag. The bag felt heavy! The sub was huge! Probably 8inches bread was nice and springy, there was enough lettuce, tomato and sauces on it. I love the sunflower seeds, gives it a nice little crunch. The meat is more of a very thin piled high but there is a lot of it! I like how the sub is assembled meat, cheese, toppings sauce, it seems to hold together nicely.

    This review covers my experience across multiple locations, including Harbor Boulevard in Costa…read moreMesa and Beach Boulevard in Huntington Beach. When I first started coming to Board and Brew, I would have given it a solid five stars, but my perspective has shifted after six years of exploring other local options in the county. The Evolution of the Experience: * Ingredients: While the food is definitely better than a pre-made deli sandwich from a grocery store, it isn't exactly top-tier. The bread and meat are good, but as you try more specialized places, you realize these are fairly standard. * The Famous Sauce: Their signature sauce is tasty, but it feels like it contains a high amount of monosodium glutamate (MSG). MSG is a neuro-exciter that can make people feel overstimulated or unwell after eating it, and it feels particularly intense in this recipe. * Consistency: Both the Huntington Beach and Costa Mesa locations were great initially, but they now feel more like a solid, middle-of-the-road option. The Best Use Case: * Catering & Events: Even with a three-star rating, this is absolutely the place I would go if I needed catering for a birthday party or a large event. Their pricing and preparation for bulk orders are hard to beat. Final Thoughts: If Yelp allowed half-stars, I'd probably give this a 3.5. It's a reliable, solid sandwich shop, but the ingredient quality and the intensity of the MSG in the sauce keep it from being a five-star favorite for me anymore. Edit: The owner replied to my comment about how their food is high quality, but 6 years of taste testing says otherwise. While you may not add pure MSG crystals to your sauce, it still contains MSG.It is misleading to claim "No MSG" or "High Quality" when the sauce relies on ingredients that are chemically identical to it. For instance: Tomatoes and Tomato Paste: These are among the highest natural sources of free glutamate. If the recipe uses tomato paste--as many copycats do--it will test positive for MSG. Soy Sauce & Worcestershire Sauce: Both frequently cited in recipes for this sauce, these contain naturally occurring MSG through fermentation or hydrolysis. Nutritional Yeast: Often used to provide a savory flavor, it naturally contains high levels of glutamate.Hydrolyzed Proteins: Ingredients like "hydrolyzed vegetable protein" (HVP) or "yeast extract" are processed specifically to release glutamates. Legally, a company might say they "don't use MSG" if they don't add the pure additive, but that is a technicality. MSG is linked to various health issues for sensitive individuals, and just because many consider it "safe" doesn't mean it's healthy or non-harmful. If the food is truly "high quality," why rely on these additives to create flavor? Best Wishes

    Deli Nerds - newamerican - Updated May 2026

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